Current Assets
Short-Term Investments
Ulta Beauty, Inc. Short-Term Investments decreased by 21.4% to $55.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionCurrent Assets
CategoryLiquidity
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2014
Last reportedQ1 2026Jun 2, 2026
How to read this metric
An increase indicates the company is parking excess cash to earn interest, while a decrease suggests the company is liquidating assets to fund operations or acquisitions.
Detailed definition
These are liquid financial instruments that are expected to be converted into cash within one year, such as marketable s...
Peer comparison
Common in mature retailers with strong cash flow generation; varies based on treasury management strategy.
Metric ID:
short_term_investmentsHistorical Data
3 periods
| Q1 '21 | Q4 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $0.00 | $70.00M | $55.00M |
| QoQ Change | — | — | -21.4% |
Range$0.00 – $70.00M
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ulta Beauty, Inc.'s short-term investments?
- Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) reported short-term investments of $55.00M in Q1 2026.
- What does short-term investments mean?
- Investments that the company expects to turn into cash within one year.